THE ANGLO-FRENCH AGREEMENT.

Lyttelton Times, Volume CXI, Issue 13415, 18 April 1904, Page 5

THE ANGLO-FRENCH AGREEMENT.

ITS EFFECT ON GERMANY. TTrn'ted Press iAiSSoorsttikm—By Bleetrio Telegraph—Copyright. BERLIN, April 16. - Count Von Bulow, in a temperate speeds in the Reichstag, referred to the AngloFrench agreement. He was not afraid, that Germany would be isolated. She- was - too powerful not to be able to secure allies when she needed them. (Received April 18, 12.40 a.m.) BERLIN, "April X 7. The Pan-German League has urged Count Von Bulow to demand compensation for tins _ changed status of Morocco, inasmuch a« V west Morocco harbour is necessary for German sea power. Besides, the country. is suitable for colonisation and ingTHE NEW HEBRIDES. United Press Association—By Elovrtria " Telegraph—Copyright. MELBOURNE, April 16. The Imperial Government has informed' Mr Deakin that further information with regard to the New Hebrides settlement ie being forwarded by mail. [Per Peess Association.] _ WELLINGTON, April 16. The Premier has received a communication from the Secretary of State regarding the New Hebrides, intimating that the arrangement between the British and French, Governments provides for the appointment < of a Commission to settle the disputes in the island, in regard to landed property. No modification will be made in the political status of the Government, but difficulties arising out of the absence of jurisdiction over the natives wiU hs put an end; to. Mr Seddon considers th* agreement) satisfactory.